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		<title>A Private Dinner Party for Christmas</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 29 Dec 2009 07:30:26 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Christmas is over, but that doesn&#8217;t mean the party images need to stop!  We had the pleasure of planning a Private Dining Christmas Dinner for a group of 18 guests last week on December 22, 2009 and spirits were high as everyone attended and anticipated for the holiday festivities to come!  We held the event [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Christmas is over, but that doesn&#8217;t mean the party images need to stop!  We had the pleasure of <a href="http://www.charmedeventsplanning.com">planning a Private Dining Christmas Dinner</a> for a group of 18 guests last week on December 22, 2009 and spirits were high as everyone attended and anticipated for the holiday festivities to come!  We held the event at <a href="http://www.lbsteak.com">LB Steak</a> in <a href="http://www.santanarow.com">Santana Row</a> and had a wonderful evening of dining and wining in their private dining room which featured a cozy fireplace.  Enjoy!</p>
<p>Cozy, yet formal Private Dining Set-Up at LB Steak</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.charmedeventsplanning.com/absolutelycharmed/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/christmas-private-dining-1.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-1362" title="christmas-private-dining-1" src="http://www.charmedeventsplanning.com/absolutelycharmed/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/christmas-private-dining-1-1024x680.jpg" alt="" width="717" height="476" /></a></p>
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<p style="text-align: left;">Silver, jeweled Christmas Trees and Glass Vases holding cinnamon sticks and acorns adorned the table with hints of Christmas Reds from the classic Poinsettia flower.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.charmedeventsplanning.com/absolutelycharmed/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/christmas-centerpiece-1.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-1364" title="christmas-centerpiece-1" src="http://www.charmedeventsplanning.com/absolutelycharmed/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/christmas-centerpiece-1-1024x680.jpg" alt="" width="717" height="476" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.charmedeventsplanning.com/absolutelycharmed/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/christmas-centerpiece-2.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-1365" title="christmas-centerpiece-2" src="http://www.charmedeventsplanning.com/absolutelycharmed/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/christmas-centerpiece-2-1024x680.jpg" alt="" width="717" height="476" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Each guest had a classic, pink <a href="http://www.karascupcakes.com">Kara&#8217;s Cupcake</a> box waiting for them at their seat as a favor for them to take home, featuring Northern California&#8217;s premier &#8220;cupcakery&#8221; that uses local organic ingredients for their delectable delights.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.charmedeventsplanning.com/absolutelycharmed/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/cupcake-favors.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-1366" title="cupcake-favors" src="http://www.charmedeventsplanning.com/absolutelycharmed/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/cupcake-favors-1024x680.jpg" alt="" width="717" height="476" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.charmedeventsplanning.com/absolutelycharmed/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/christmas-wine.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-1367" title="christmas-wine" src="http://www.charmedeventsplanning.com/absolutelycharmed/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/christmas-wine-1024x680.jpg" alt="" width="717" height="476" /></a></p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.charmedeventsplanning.com/absolutelycharmed/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/serving-station-2.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-1369" title="serving-station-2" src="http://www.charmedeventsplanning.com/absolutelycharmed/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/serving-station-2-1024x680.jpg" alt="" width="717" height="476" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Delicious passed hors d&#8217;oeuvres of Oyster shooters, mushroom bouche and Chicken Satay set the tone for the evening</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.charmedeventsplanning.com/absolutelycharmed/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/horderves.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-1370" title="horderves" src="http://www.charmedeventsplanning.com/absolutelycharmed/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/horderves-1024x1024.jpg" alt="" width="717" height="717" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Delicious Pumpkin Creme Brulee and Chocolate Fondant Cakes finished the evening beautifully</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.charmedeventsplanning.com/absolutelycharmed/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/christmas-dessert.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-1371" title="christmas-dessert" src="http://www.charmedeventsplanning.com/absolutelycharmed/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/christmas-dessert-1024x338.jpg" alt="" width="717" height="237" /></a></p>
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		<title>Our Favorite Fall Favors</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2009 09:07:09 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[When I think of Fall, aromas of cinnamon and spices, baked goodies and pretty floral, leafy illuminations  immediately come to mind.  We&#8217;ve put together our favorite Fall Favors that incorporates everyone&#8217;s favorite comforts and things with the season in mind.  Although favors are meant to be &#8220;favors&#8221; and are purely optional, we feel that they [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">When I think of Fall, aromas of cinnamon and spices, baked goodies and pretty floral, leafy illuminations  immediately come to mind.  We&#8217;ve put together our favorite Fall Favors that incorporates everyone&#8217;s favorite comforts and things with the season in mind.  Although favors are meant to be &#8220;favors&#8221; and are purely optional, we feel that they are a pretty important aspect to any Wedding and are highly recommended.  But have no fear, favors don&#8217;t need to be expensive.  As long as they are thoughtful and heartwarming, everyone will appreciate them!</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #800080;"><strong>Tea and Cookies</strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-680" title="teancookies" src="http://www.charmedeventsplanning.com/absolutelycharmed/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/teancookies.gif" alt="teancookies" width="960" height="334" />Everyone loves tea and everyone loves cookies, why not give guests one or the other, or even better, both?  It can be as simple as picking your favorite tea and putting your wedding tags on them or picking up some Fall Cookie Mix from <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=105547&amp;u=361339&amp;m=15302&amp;urllink=&amp;afftrack=">Beau-coup</a> Favors to give to guests.  For a fun DIY project, pick out your favorite teas and cookies and package them into boxes to be giftwrapped for guests!</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #800080;"><strong>Spiced Seasonal Soaps</strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-681" title="fallsoaps" src="http://www.charmedeventsplanning.com/absolutelycharmed/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/fallsoaps.gif" alt="fallsoaps" width="960" height="622" />Luxury soaps are loved by all.  Go with the season and pick out soaps with seasonal smells like the Pumpkin Lavendar Organic Soap by Etsy Designer <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5166007">A Breath of French Air</a>.  We love the packaging of them too!  If traditional soaps are more to your liking, then the beautifully foiled wrapping of the French Alchemy soap by <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com">Anthropologie</a> is sure to please!  (BTW, it smells amazing!)</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #800080;"><strong>Apples and Caramel<br />
</strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-682" title="caramelnapples" src="http://www.charmedeventsplanning.com/absolutelycharmed/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/caramelnapples.gif" alt="caramelnapples" width="960" height="237" />Caramel popcorn is always a crowd favorite as are Candied Apples.  Not only are the colors and flavors delicious, they are also very budget friendly.  You can make them or package them on your own, or you can commission candied apple extraordinaires such as <a href="http://www.daffyapple.com">Daffy Apples </a>to send you a box!  Ciders are also a plus, <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=105547&amp;u=361339&amp;m=15302&amp;urllink=&amp;afftrack=">Beau-coup</a> has them in pear and apple flavors and so far, nothing but rave reviews!</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #800080;"><strong>Fall Illuminations</strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-684" title="fallcandles" src="http://www.charmedeventsplanning.com/absolutelycharmed/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/fallcandles.gif" alt="fallcandles" width="960" height="524" />Candles are perfect as Fall Favors because every household and guest enjoys lighting up beautiful candles during Fall evenings.  Spruce up your candles with leaves or seasonal items like cinnamon sticks to bring out the feeling of Fall!</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #800080;"><strong>Syrups n Things</strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-685" title="syrupsnthings" src="http://www.charmedeventsplanning.com/absolutelycharmed/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/syrupsnthings.jpg" alt="syrupsnthings" width="960" height="480" />Again, with such wonderful holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving, surely everyone&#8217;s in the mood for some home cooking.  These personalized Oil and Vinegar Sets and Maple Syrup bottles by <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=105547&amp;u=361339&amp;m=15302&amp;urllink=&amp;afftrack=">Beau-coup</a> surely are sweet and useful for the season.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">{Photo Credits :: <strong>Tea and Cookies</strong>:  <a href="http://www.marthastewartweddings.com">Martha Stewart Weddings</a>, <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=105547&amp;u=361339&amp;m=15302&amp;urllink=&amp;afftrack=">Beau-coup</a>, <strong>Seasonal Soaps</strong>:  <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5166007">A Breath of French Air</a>, <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com">Anthropologie</a>, <strong>Apples and Caramel</strong>: <a href="http://www.lusterstudios.com">Luster Studios</a>, <a href="http://www.daffyapple.com">Daffy Apples</a>, <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=105547&amp;u=361339&amp;m=15302&amp;urllink=&amp;afftrack=">Beau-coup</a>, <strong>Fall Illuminations</strong>: <a href="http://www.marthastewartweddings.com">Martha Stewart Weddings</a>, <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=105547&amp;u=361339&amp;m=15302&amp;urllink=&amp;afftrack=">Beau-coup</a>, <strong>Syrups n Things</strong>: <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=105547&amp;u=361339&amp;m=15302&amp;urllink=&amp;afftrack=">Beau-coup</a>}</p>
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		<title>Real Weddings :: Fall Blooms</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2009 08:56:22 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Fall is here and it&#8217;s time to switch gears and get excited about Fall Weddings!  I love weddings in Fall because the color palette is so rich and vibrant as you can see in this week&#8217;s Real Weddings, featuring Amy + Jay who got married in the Sierra Nevada Tahoe Region.  The natural beauty of [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">Fall is here and it&#8217;s time to switch gears and get excited about Fall Weddings!  I love weddings in Fall because the color palette is so rich and vibrant as you can see in this week&#8217;s Real Weddings, featuring Amy + Jay who got married in the Sierra Nevada Tahoe Region.  The natural beauty of the mountains and trees was so majestic and it really made the colors of the flowers, designed by the incredible <a href="http://nancyliuchin.com">Nancy Liu Chin</a>, pop.  The photography by <a href="http://www.anniexphoto.com">Annie X</a> is truly amazing as well, she is my new addiction when it comes to wedding photographers.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The best thing to do for Fall Weddings is to take advantage of the natural beauty around you and build upon it with matching colors and outdoor themes, just like how this cute couple did.  It&#8217;s the perfect time to use hot colors like reds, oranges and yellows to balance out nature&#8217;s natural colors, so be bold with your color selections for Fall!</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-655" title="FallBlooms1" src="http://www.charmedeventsplanning.com/absolutelycharmed/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/FallBlooms1-1024x769.gif" alt="FallBlooms1" width="819" height="615" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-660" title="Fallblooms2" src="http://www.charmedeventsplanning.com/absolutelycharmed/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/Fallblooms2.jpg" alt="Fallblooms2" width="960" height="640" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">There&#8217;s something sweet about getting married in the great outdoors, don&#8217;t ya think?</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-674" title="Fallblooms6" src="http://www.charmedeventsplanning.com/absolutelycharmed/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/Fallblooms6.jpg" alt="Fallblooms6" width="864" height="574" />This luscious  Bouquet is absolutely amazing!  The rich orange and yellow hues mixed with light sage and greens is a winner for me!</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-658" title="FallBlooms4" src="http://www.charmedeventsplanning.com/absolutelycharmed/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/FallBlooms4-1024x660.gif" alt="FallBlooms4" width="819" height="528" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Again, Nancy Liu Chin is a floral genious!  These hanging bouquets are just so gorgeous and golden, they look royally sun-kissed!</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-664" title="Fallblooms5" src="http://www.charmedeventsplanning.com/absolutelycharmed/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/Fallblooms5.gif" alt="Fallblooms5" width="960" height="722" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">The couple had Wedding Programs with their favorite means of transportation on them (bicycles and motorcycles&#8230;how green!) sitting atop a mound of citrus fruits.  Love the connection between the colors of the citrus fruits and floral bouquets, it&#8217;s exquisite!</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-668" title="tahoe5" src="http://www.charmedeventsplanning.com/absolutelycharmed/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/tahoe52.jpg" alt="tahoe5" width="864" height="574" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">A gorgeous citrus display welcomed guests at the refreshment table.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-670" title="Fallblooms7" src="http://www.charmedeventsplanning.com/absolutelycharmed/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/Fallblooms7.gif" alt="Fallblooms7" width="960" height="722" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Guests welcomed the newly married couple from the Sun Deck.  Little bunches of sage green florals were tied to each guests&#8217; chair at the reception.  It&#8217;s so simple and chic!</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-672" title="Fallblooms8" src="http://www.charmedeventsplanning.com/absolutelycharmed/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/Fallblooms8.jpg" alt="Fallblooms8" width="864" height="574" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">This is one of my favorite photos of the Bride frolicking through the wild greenery.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-673" title="Fallblooms9" src="http://www.charmedeventsplanning.com/absolutelycharmed/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/Fallblooms9.jpg" alt="Fallblooms9" width="864" height="574" />Gorgeous and surreal!</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Haven&#8217;t you just fallen in love with the colors, flowers and design of this wedding?  It&#8217;s so refreshing and the color palette combined with the natural elements just makes me smile.  Congratulations to the happy couple!</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">{Photo Credits :: All photos were taken by Annie X via <a href="http://www.projectwedding.com">Project Wedding</a>, you can view her website<a href="http://www.anniexphoto.com"> here</a>}</p>
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